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Kids and the Internet Talking with kids about TV
THE INTERNET 
 
The Internet can be a wonderful resource for kids. They can use it to research school reports, communicate with teachers and other kids, and play interactive games. Any child who is old enough to punch in a few letters on the keyboard can literally access the world.
But that access can also pose hazards to your children. Here are some good resource links that will help keep your kids safe. Just do a search for internet safety.
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TALKING TV 
Most children spend more time with media than in school and more and more time with media than meaningful conversations with their parents.
A few tips on how to talk with your kids about TV.
  • Start early in talking with your kids about TV, movies and other media they might use.
  • Put your family on a TV Diet.
  • Set TV rules for the family.
    Some helpful resources are.
    kidshealth-talking with kids
    media-awareness
TELEPHONE SAFETY
  Parents learn quickly that telephones are like magnets to children. With multiple cell phones and land lines ringing, children have greater access to phone communication than ever before, and are more fascinated than ever with their use. There are many web sites out there that have great tips on telephone safety for your children.
police prevention tips-telephone
CHILD-STRANGER-aware
telephone tips
SAFE AND HAPPY KIDS
  Give your children consist ant love and attention
Make sure your children are well supervised or you know where they are at.
Avoid violent TV programs and video games.
Give your children rules and discipline.
Be a role model.
Check out these online links for information on how to keep your children safe and happy.
crime articles
time nation article
raising happy healthy children



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